Tour Code: E9N-SXRLAD-S5-JUN
TRAVEL TIME: May – September only
BLACK OUT DATES: 6-15 June, 2015
Incredible Odyssey
10D SRINAGAR TO LADAKH – 4 PASSES
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including general information and legends. Odyssey Manager spend 8-12 hours with our Guest after
receiving them on their arrival till they depart to make sure all the services are provided as per the
itinerary and manage any contingencies arising along the way, saving valuable time of our Guest.
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Kashmir set like a jeweled crown on the map of India, is a multi-faceted diamond, changing its hues with
the seasons - always extravagantly beautiful. Two major Himalayan ranges, the Great Himalayan Range
and the Pir Panjal, surround the landscape from the north and south respectively. They are the source of
great rivers, which flow down to the valleys, forested with orchards and decorated by lily-laden lakes.
The capital city of Srinagar is located 1585 meters above mean sea level. According to a popular legend
which is mentioned in Kalhana's Rajtaringini Kashmir valley was a vast lake. Kashyap Rishi drained out
the water and made it habitable. It is said that originally Yakshas, and Pisacas tribes inhabited the valley
at the higher reaches and did not allow the inhabitants of the valley to live in peace.
Ladakh is a land abounding in awesome physical features, set in an enormous and spectacular
environment. Bounded by two of the world's mightiest mountain ranges, the Karakoram in the north and
the Great Himalaya in the south, it is traversed by two other parallel chains, the Ladakh Range and the
Zanskar Range. In geological terms, this is a young land, formed few million years ago. Its basic
contours, uplifted by tectonic movements, have been modified over the millennia by the process of
erosion due to wind and water, sculpted into the form that we see today. Today a high-altitude desert,
sheltered from the rain-bearing clouds of the Indian monsoon by the barrier of the Great Himalaya,
Ladakh was once covered by an extensive lake system, the vestiges of which still exist on its south-east
plateau of Rupshu and Chushul, in the drainage basins of lakes of Tso-moriri, Tso-kar and Pangong-tso.
4 High Passes: From East to West Himalayas is 2500 km in length and it is divided as the Eastern
Himalayas, the Central Himalayas and the Western Himalayas. From North to South its width is between
300-400 km and is divided as the Shivalik or the outer Himalayas, the Lower Himalayas, the High
Himalayas and the Trans Himalayas. You can experience the formation of the Himalayas in this tour
covering roughly around 750 km of the Himalayan region. This tour brings you over 4 high passes
namely, Zoji La (3529 m) Fotu La (4108 m) and Namika La (3718 m) and Chang-La (5360 m).
Trip Highlights:
Sringar - Kashmir
Paradise on Earth - Kashmir
Gulmarg
Meadow of Flowers
4 High Passes
Zozila, Fatula, Namikala & Changla
Mulbekh
9 Meters Maitreya Buddha Statue
Lamayuru
Spectacular Landscape & monastery
Leh (Ladakh)
The Last Shangri-La
On Tibetan Plateau
Pangong Lake
Largest Lake in the Himalayas
ITINERARY
06 June: SINGAPORE – DELHI
Jet Airways 9W-17 SIN 19:35 - DEL22:50
Fly to Delhi. On arrival meet and greet by your OM and transfer to Hotel.
07 June: DELHI - SRINAGAR
Jet Airways 9W-603 - DEL 10:40 – SXR 12:05=
After breakfast transfer to airport to board on your scheduled flight to Srinagar. On arrival, transfer to Deluxe Houseboat. The two famous lakes of Srinagar “DAL LAKE”
and “NAGIN LAKE” are well known for the rows of Houseboats they harbour. The houseboats are grand with hand – carved furniture and rich Kashmiri carpets. A
houseboat boy is always on call and three meals are served daily prepared fresh. The choices of meals includes between western, Kashmiri and Indian cuisine. Having
being made of all wood, they offer 1/4 bedrooms with attached toilets, pantry, dining room and Living room apart from having a front balcony facing the lake. (BLD)
08 June: GULMARG EXCURSION (125 KM)
After breakfast at Houseboat, depart by surface to Gulmarg - one of the most beautiful summer resorts in Kashmir valley. It is also well known for its golf course during
summer season and ski resort during the winter season. Enjoy the splendour of nature and the snowy mountains. Enjoy Gondola ride (Cable car) from Gulmarg to
Kongdoor. Afternoon return back to Srinagar and take a stroll to witness the way of life in the alleys and small streets of Srinagar town and on the way back visit Jamia
Masjid. Dinner served at your houseboat. (BLD)
09 June: SRINAGAR - SONAMARG - KARGIL (210 KM)
After breakfast start the spectacular journey to Sonamarg by car. The distance of about 80 km will be covered about 2.5 hrs through the rural civilization along with
meandering Sindh River. Sonamarg lies at the head of the Sindh valley. The drive through presents spectacular facets of the countryside. Sonamarg is surrounded by
mountains and pine forests. After Sonamarg we start our climb to first pass on our route and stop at Zojila Pass (3529 m) to inhale and experience the thin air. Zojila
Pass marks dramatically the boundary line between Kashmir and Lardakh. Dense green forest clad slopes give way to bare multi-colored mountains of stark beauty.
Drive through Drass Town en-route, the second coldest inhabitant place in the world. You will notice a sudden change of landscape from lush green to barren Himalayan
mountain ranges in a small transition. Overnight at hotel in Kargil. (BLD)
10 June: KARGIL - LAMAYURU – ALCHI - LEH (230 KM )
In the morning after breakfast drive to Alchi stopping at Mulbeck where a 1400 years old image of Maitry - the future Buddha, built atop a huge rock, can be seen. The
image commemorates the victory of Buddhism over Bonism, and in turn, the end of sacrificing of human and animal lives. We drive over Fotula Pass (4108 m) and
Namikala Pass (3718 m) the highest point on the Leh / Srinagar road. En route visit Lamayuru monastery and visit Atitse Monastery and Naropa Cave. Lamayuru is one
of the most significant gompa set amidst majestic scenery. The monastery, the finest in Ladakh, is about 900 years old and houses the image of Chanaric – The God of
Compassion and Mercy – of which Dalai Lama is considered to be reincarnated. We make a quick photo-stop at Moonland before we continue our journey to Alchi. In the
evening visit Alchi Monastery. This monastery was founded in 11th century by the great Monk & Translator, Rinchen Zangpo. He even made a reference about the
monastery in his biographies. It is written that he brought thirty-two sculptors and wood carvers from Kashmir, for the construction of the Alchi Monastery of Leh Ladakh.
One can easily see an Indian touch in this monastery, especially in the way its paintings have been made. Three sacred temples, with the main one being that of Rinchen
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Lhakhang at Lotsa Lhakhang, make up a major part of the Alchi Gompa. However, there are other temples also, namely Jamyang Lhakhang (Manjusri temple) and
Sumtsag Lhakhang. On completion drive to Leh for overnight stay. (BLD)
11 June: LEH – SHEY – THIKSHEY – LEH
A day to explore the surrounding of Leh town along the Indus River.. Thiksey Monastery is one of the most beautiful monasteries of Ladakh, it belongs to the Gelukpa
Order of Buddhism. Shey monastery located on a hilltop, was erected on the instructions of King Deldon Namgyal, in the memory of his late father, Singay Namgyal. The
main image inside the Shey Monastery is that of Buddha Shakyamuni. It is a huge image of the seated Buddha and is considered to be the biggest metal statue and the
second largest Buddha statue in the Ladakh region. Copper sheets, gilded with gold, make up this amazing Buddha statue. On completion drive back to Leh. After lunch
visit Namgyal Tsemo Monastery perched on the hillock just above massive Leh Palace. In the evening visit Shanti Stupa, built by Japanese in 1985 to spread the
message of peace to the world. Dinner and overnight hotel. (BLD)
12 June: LEH – PANGONG LAKE (150 km, 4 hours)
Early morning drive to Pangong Lake visiting Hemis monastery on the way. Visit to Ladakh is not complete without visiting Hemis monastery. It is one of the largest and
most important monasteries with excellent library, well preserved wall paintings and good Buddha figures. This journey takes us past picturesque villages of Shey and
Thikse, and turns off the Indus valley by the side-valley of Chemrey and Sakti. Ladakh range is crossed by the Chang-la (18,000 feet), which despite its great elevation is
one of the easier, passes, remaining open for much of the year even in winter, apart from periods of actual snowfall. Tangse, just beyond the foot of the pass, has an
ancient temple. But the main attraction of this circuit is the Pangong Lake, situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m). The surrounding views reflected on the lake are simply
mesmerizing. The color of the lake keeps changing throughout the day. Overnight Camp. (BLD)
13 June: PANGONG LAKE - LEH (150 km, 4 hours)
In the morning enjoy sunrise at Pangong Lake. Later drive back to Leh via same route over Chang-La Pass. On arrival transfer to Hotel. Evening explore the market and
some last moment shopping. Overnight hotel. (BLD)
14 June: LET – DELHI (1.15 hour flight)
Jet Airways 9W-2369 – IXL 08:35 – DEL 10:00
In time transfer to airport to board on your scheduled flight to Delhi. On arrival transfer to visit around Delhi and last minute shopping in town. After dinner, transfer Hotel
for overnight stay. (BLD)
Jet Airways 9W-20 - DEL 08:40 – SIN 17:05
15 June: DELHI – SINGAPORE
Early morning transfer to airport to board on your scheduled flight to Singapore. End of tour.
Hotels Envisaged:
Delhi
Red Fox
Srinagar
Deluxe Houseboat
Kargil
Zijila Residency
Alchi
Hotel Zimskhang
Leh
Bijoo Hotel
Pangong
Swiss Tent
CNB
2095
SRS
460
ALL IN COST (31Days Prior to Dep.) IN SGD::
Tour Dates
6-15 June
Public/School Holiday
10 Aug National Day
Above cost is based on Advance Booking on first come first serve basis
Adult Cost
2595
CWB
2295
SRS: Single Room Supplement, CWB: Child With Bed, CNB: Child No Bed
NATAS OFFER: Free UOI Silver Travel Insurance & Indian Visa Fee (Book before 21st March, 2015)
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International & Domestic airfare Singapore – Delhi – Singapore in H class Jet Airways including fuel surcharge and taxes.
Domestic airfare between Delhi – Srinagar and Leh – Delhi by any Indian carrier including fuel surcharge and taxes.
Airport transfers and all transport costs in chartered transport as per the itinerary including 5 persons per MPV from Srinagar to Leh airport.
Hotels as indicated in the itinerary with all meals provided in hotels, restaurants and food stall along the route.
Gandola Ride from Gulmarg to Kangdoor and Shikara Ride at Dal Lake.
1000 ml of bottled water per person per day.
All monastery entrance charges and all other entrance charges as per the itinerary.
Tipping to staff along the route.
Odyssey Manager* from Srinagar houseboat to Leh airport.
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Indian visa, Insurance, medical and evacuation expenses if any.
All expenses of personal nature like drinks, telephone calls etc.
And any other expenses paid due to any change in dates and itinerary.
Note: Sequence of itinerary may change due to domestic flights availability or any other operational reasons
- Major Exclusions: Indian Visa and Travel Insurance only